Nestled among the Big Island's native Ohi'a trees and lush Hapu'u ferns, an enchanted Hawaiian experience awaits you. The Artist Cottage is the perfect place for a short romantic getaway, or an extended stay with the family. The cottage is lovingly decorated with deep greens and sunny yellows, complimenting the bamboo flooring and the fine art of local artist Ms. Bonnie Layton. Step through the front door into an open sitting room, dining room, and well equipped kitchen. Fresh fruit, flowers and clean accommodations await your arrival. You will fall peacefully to sleep as the rainforest embraces you and awaken refreshed to the sweet songs of our indigenous birds. Relax and enjoy a complimentary continental breakfast of local fruits, cereal, tea and fresh Kona coffee. The Artist Cottage enjoys a mountain rainforest altitude of 3,500 feet, a temperate climate of sunny days and cool evenings with breathtaking starlight views on clear nights. Minutes from Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and the Volcano Art Center and Gallery. Lounge on the lanai or journey out to see the sights. Discover the absolutely unsurpassed beauty and stunning geographical contrasts this wonderful Island has to offer.